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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1965 05-25 CC MIN108 National City, California, May 25, 1965 The regular meeting of the City Council of National City was called to order by Mayor Gautereaux at 7:30 p.m. Council members present: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Council members absent: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS PRESENT: Bailey, Biggs, Carstens, Foster,Gautereaux, Hess, Kerr, Minogue, Osburn, Stockman. The meeting was opened with salute to the Flag led by City Manager Hess followed with invocation by E. H. Alsdorf, 2105 "J" Avenue. The adjourned meeting of the City Council of National City was called to order by Mayor Gautereaux at 7:35 p.m. Council members present: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Council members absent: None. MOVED BY ALLEN, seconded by Colburn, the adjourned meeting be closed. Carried by unanimous vote. The adjourned meeting closed at 7:38 p.m. MOVED BY ALLEN, seconded by Hogue, the minutes of the regular meeting of May 18th be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. 8922, "RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO WINNER OF MUNICIPAL YOUTH RECOGNITION AWARD (Dennis Lee Sherman)," was read. Moved by Colburn,seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Mayor Gautereaux congratulated Mr. Sherman and presented an award to him. serving MAYOR GAUTEREAUX recognized J. C. Bailey, Fire Chief„ who is now`and has served the City for almost 40 years and who attained the high office of President of the California Fire Chiefs' Association. Mayor Gautereaux presented a "key to the City" to Chief Bailey. RESOLUTION NO.. 8923, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ENDORSING ASSEMBLY BILL 1150 (dedication of land for park recreation purposes)," was read. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Alien, the Resolution be adopted. Councilman Morgan asked if the Bill spelled out how much land would have to be dedicated for parks. City Manager Hess answered there is no schedule. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn,Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. RESOLUTION NO. 8924, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY OPPOSING ASSEMBLY BILL 2387 (liquor license fees)," was read. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. 8925, "RESOLUTION -SUPPORTING SITE OF A STATE MEDICAL CORREC- TIONAL FACILITY IN THE OTAY MESA AREA ADJACENT TO BROWN FIELD," was read. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. , resolutionordering notice of sealedbids and setting bid opening date (9th Street and "K" Avenue, Assessment District No. 143), was presented. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the. reading of the Resolution be waived and it be adopted by readin% of the title only. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 8926, "RESOLUTION ORDERING NOTICE OF SEALED BIDS AND SETTING BID OPENING DATE (9th Street and "K" Avenue, Assessment District No. 143)." Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. 5/25/65 109 CITY CLERK MINOGUE said 1:30 p.m. this afternoon was the time and the Council Chamber the place fixed for the opening of bids for $600,000 bonds of the City of National City, California, designated "City of National City, 1965 Civic Center Bonds;" the following bids were received pursuant to the notice of sale and were publicly opened, examined and read: SECURITY FIRST NATIONAL BANK bid par, accrued interest to date of delivery, and a premium of $51.00 for bonds bearing interest pay- able annually the first year and semi-annually thereafter at the rates of: Rates Years 4.75% 1966 to 1973 3.40% 1974 to 1979 3.50% 1980 to 1984 3.60% 1985 to 1990 Total Net Interest Cost $327,216.50 Average Net Interest Rate 3.6176% BANK OF AMER/CA N.T. & S.A. AND ASSOCIATES bid par, accrued interest to date of delivery and a premium of $519.00 for bonds bearing interest payable annually the first year and semi-annually there- after at the rates of: Rates Years 5% 1966 to 1970 31>% 1971 to 1983 3.70% 1984 to 1990 Total Net Interest Cost $329,611.00 Average Net Interest Rate 3.6441% TAYLOR & COMPANY bid par, accrued interest to date of delivery, and a premium of $307,00 for bonds bearing interest payable annually the first year and semi-annually thereafter at the rates of: Rates 4.50% 3.50% 3.70% Years 1966 to 1972 1973 to 1982 1983 to 1990 Total Net Interest Cost $332,078.00 Average Net Interest Rate 3.6714% UNITED CALIFORNIA BANK, MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH,XNC. par, accrued interest to date of delivery, and a premium of 195.00 for bonds bearing interest payable annually the first year and semi-annually thereafter at the rates of: Rates Years 5% 1966 to 1973 31% 1974 to 1980 3.60% 1981 to 1984 3 3/4% 1985 to 1990 Total Net Interest Cost $338,925.00 Average Net Interest Rate 3.7382% 5/25/65 110 CITY CLERK MINOGUE stated each bid was accompanied by a good faith check in an amount not less than $12,000.00. All bids were then referred to George Dann and Paul True of J. B. Hanauer Co. and City Clerk Minogue for checking and computa- tion, a report thereon to be given to the Council later in the meeting. The City Clerk said the committee appointed to check and compute the bids on the bonds for which the bids were opened previously during the meeting reported an error was found in the average net interest rate in the bid of United California Bank, Merrill, Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith, Inc.; the average net interest was 3.747% not 3.7382%; and the bid of Security First National Bank was the bid yielding the lowest net interest cost. After considering the various bids and the report thereon the resolution was presented. RESOLUTION NO. 8927, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, AWARDING $600,000.00 BONDS OF SAID CITY TO THE BEST BIDDER AND REJECTING ALL OTHER BIDS," was read. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Said Resolution No. 8927 was declared adopted. CONTINUED USE DISTRICT HEARING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A C-2-P-D COMMERCIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONE for Sweetwater Road Annexation (3300-3400 Block Sweetwater Road) was held at this time. Stephen Gassaway, Sweetwater Valley Civic Assoc., was present and suggested the order of the scheduled hearings be reversed as he believed the proposed zone (Residential Planned Unit Development) would be ideal for the Sweetwater Road Annexation. Mayor Gautereaux suggested the hearing be continued and the second hearing considered first. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Morgan, the Mayor's suggestion be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Gautereaux, seconded by Colburn, the hearing now in progress be continued until after the second hearing. Carried by unanimous vote. CONTINUED USE DISTRICT HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE CHANGE to establish Residential Planned Unit Development Zoning was held at this time. Frank Williams, 3735 Alta Loma Drive, Bonita, was present and requested an explana- tion of "Residential Planned Unit Development" Zoning. Director of Planning Stockman read the Planning Commission's recommendation of April 19th to approve the Ordinance establishing the coning which provides for deviation in zoning and sixbd.ivisto:: requirements ss c: permits clustering of houses with green space provided rer recreation or landscaping. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the hearing be closed. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Allen, seconded by Coburn, the Director of Plaur.iu's recommendation be approved and referred to the City Attorney. Councilman Hcgue spoke acainst the proposed ordinance change. e. Carried, by the following vote-, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Allen, Hogue. OO=_ RD USE DISTRICT HEARING FOR THE ZSTAF,LISHMENT OF A C-2-P-D COMMERCIAL F.C.+e.; DEVELOPMENT ZONE for Sweetwater Road Annexation (3300-3400 Block Sweet- water Road) was held at this time. The following persons protested the granting of the C-2-P-D zoning and urged the Council to deny same: Stephen Gassaway, Frank Williams, Mr. Bolt, 3704 Duffy Way. James Patten was present and asked Director of Planning Stockman about the required percentage of ground coverage in a given area under the new Residential Planned Unit Development Zoning. Mrs. Stockman said he would be permitted to build upon 6,500 sq, fti building sites, with 3,500 sq. ft. placed in open landscaped area for each unit. Councilman Hogue inquired if there was a market for this type dwelling. Floyd R. Sidmore, 3257 Bonita Mesa Road, was present and stated planned development is one of the finest things ever developed. Frank Williams asked if the 6,500 sq. ft. allotted for each home site would not be required to be level ground. Director of Planning Stockman said 5/25/65 111 this was true. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hogue, the hearing be closed. Carried by unanimous vote. Director of Planning Stockman read the Planning Commission's April 19th recommendation the zoning be established R-1-S. Moved by Allen, seconded by Gautereaux, the Planning Commission be over- ruled and Mr. Patten's request for C-2-P-D be approved. Councilman Colburn spoke against the motion and said in view of the new zoning approved tonight he hoped Mr. Patten would submit a total planned development with some smaller pads to be reviewed; if Mr. Patten could show what he thinks best for the area and we still do not accept his proposal, we could suggest he cane back and ask for the C-2-P-D as the only alternative in developing the property. Vice Mayor Allen said when Mr. Patten inquired about annexing this land to National City it was inferred by members of the Council he would be permitted. the best possible use of the land; and the Eagles were allowed C-2-P-D zoning nearby. Councilman Morgan stated he had not heard Mr. Patten say he could not develop the property under the new zoning approved tonight. Director of Planning Stockman said our City Attorney stated in R-4-P-D there would be no way to deny well planned multiple dwellings; in C-2-P-D there would be no way to deny well planned commercial structures. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Colburn, Morgan. ORDINANCE NO. , an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 962, zoning ordinance of the City of National City (Sweetwater Road Annexation), was presented for the first reading. Moved by Alien, seconded by Hogue, the Ordinance be read by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. , "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 962, ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY (Sweetwater Road Annexation)." ORDINANCE NO.____, an ordinance of the City of National City adopting the National Electric Code, 1962 Faition, providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor: providing penalties for the violation thereof: and repealing Ordinances No. 688, No. 927 and No. 931 and all other Ordinances of said City in conflict therewith, was presented for the first reading. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Alien, the Ordinance be read by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE, 1962 EDITION, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES THEREFOR: PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF: AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NO. 688, NO. 927 and NO. 931 AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES OF SAID CITY IN CONFLICT,., THEREWITH." COUNCILMAN MORGAN inquired about interchanges for the inland freeway especially in the valley which were determined after the hearing at El Toyon Community Building. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager bring back a report. Carried by unanimous vote. VICE MAYOR ALLEN requested the press publicize the Kimball Park Bowl, 10:30 a.m., Monday, May by the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign the press there may be a bigger crowd. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX recognized Councilman Colburn to see him back and on his feet again. the Memorial Day Service in 31st; the program sponsored Wars; with cooperation of and stated everyone was glad ROBERT L. MILKE, President, National City Police Officers' Association, was present and thanked the Council for the time and courtesy extended him at past Council and Committee meetings. Mr. Milke requested a 10% wage increase for National City patrolmen. PAYROLL AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE was presented. $58,218.98. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the payroll be approved and war -rants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. 5/25/65 112 CITY MANAGER HESS reported in regard to the route travelled by school children from Williams Annexation to Harbison School and the feasibility of install- ation of sidewalk on 8th Street, the problem has been alleviated; the owner of the property which the children crossed made arrangements with the principal of Harbison School to allow the children to cross his property. City Manager Hess stated the ultimate solution would be paving over the drainage ditch along 8th Street, widening the street and providing safe passage, but it would require an expenditure of $110,000.00 for drainage in the area. The City Manager suggested as long as safe passage is provided over private property, no action need be taken. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN MORGAN stated in regard to deletions from the original plans for the Civic Center, there were two items which should be included;figures should be obtained or the City Manager should work it out. Councilman Morgan said the glazed block Xa decorative part of the building) and the roof protruding over the walkways in front of the building should be added. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colbutn, the two items be put back in the Civic Center. City Manager Hess stated his memorandum of May llth indicated if available revenues from Civic Center Fund along with the $600,000.00 bond monies and monies anticipated from the Federal Government were added to those monies anticipated from pending land sales and various installments and then subtract the basic amount of the Civic Center and the other costs such as payment to the architect, furnishing the building, providing for the hiring of our bond consultants,etc., there would be a net balance of $5,423.02. City Manager Hess stated the archi- tect was requested to review some of the items left out or modified from the first set of plans and in Mr. Bird's reply of May 17th he set forth certain modifications which were generally innocuous. The City Manager stated the glazed block would cost approximately $7,200.00 and would mean a $1,000.00 plus deficit to be made up in the Civic Center Fund including anticipated revenue. City Manager Hess stated the overhang was cut back from the first plan; the architect and his total staff indicated this would not have an adverse effect on the esthetics of the building which would still have the same functional use. The City Manager stated we are talking about some $25,000.00 as the architect's projected estimate to remodel the building to accommodate this type of eave. City Manager Hess recommended against this $25,000.00 expenditure. Councilman Colburn withdrew his second. Councilman Morgan stated the model for the Civic Center was taken all over town and shown to the people, and these deletions take a lot away from the building; the architect informed him they have to put in three posts to support the overhang instead of one. Councilman Morgan said he would like to see a figure on it. City Manager Hess stated he talked with the architect today and the figure estimated would be some $25,000.00. Councilman Morgan said as the overhang was dependent on the three posts, action would have to be taken now; the other things could be added later. E. H. Alsdorf, 2105 "J" Avenue, was present and stated we had a good dedication; and asked why the excavation was made to the sidewalk. City Manager Hess stated the portion along National Avenue would house the Emergency Operating Center which would be completely under ground and covered by earth, and would serve as a parking lot and entrance aa:za to the building. Mayor Gautereaux stated the Chair would recommend the c',..ed block, carpeting and draperies go into the Civic Center as recommended by cne architect. Councilman Morgan asked why the City could not have the rugs put in later and eliminate that part; and also inquired about the architect's fee of $21,000.00 listed in the memorandum. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Morgan, the City Manager be authorized to include in the Civic Center the glazed portion instead of the paint. City Manager Hess asked the maker of the motion, which is only for the glazed block, to reconsider and suggested this item be taken up separately apart from drapes, carpeting, furnishings, etc.and that prior to any decisions on these matters, we re- investigate them. Councilman Hogue said the Council should sit down informally and go over this, he would like to hear everyone's ideas concerning each one of the items, how important they are and if they can be put in later. Council- man Hogue said he thought the outward appearance of this building should be exactly as we presented it to the people; it isn't their fault the price was under -estimated and he felt obligated to the people to try to give them the building they want and there are some things that have to be added to the construction now. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Morgan, the motion be amended by adding the outside trim and portion around the porch. Amended motion 5/25/65 113 failed by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Hogue, Morgan. Nays: Ailen,`'w Colburn, Gautereaux. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Councilman Colburn: suggested the City Manager call an informal meeting to discuss the items deleted from the original plans and at the next regular meeting include any construction portions that pertain to the Civic Center. Mayor Gautereaux suggested the architect be present to discuss the exterior modification. Councilman Hogue stated he was under the impression two plans were sent out: a complete plan and another with things deleted. City Manager Hess said when the City Council rejected all bids, adhering strictly to the budget, to have re -submitted the same plans would have been foolhardy; the architect made a presentation to the Council and suggested certain deletions be made and set up as alternates to bring the building back within budget. Councilman Colburn asked if the meeting could be continued for discussion with these facts avail- able. Councilman Morgan stated his intention was the original plan be put out with the items listed as alternates as he felt we could get a better figure from a Los Angeles builder, The "Guide to Legislative Procedures" was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the "Guide to Legislative Procedures" be adopted, as suggested by the League of California Cities. City Attorney Carstens stated it is merely a guide.to procedure and the attorney prepared it solely with the intent it be a guide; all of the statements that appear in this Guide are contingent on Government Code. City Attorney Carstens suggested if this is adopted, it be adopted solely as a guide and not a hard and fast rule by which the Council is bound. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes:Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Allen, Morgan. The survey ofbusiness license rates and procedures throughout San Diego County and the City Manager's recommendation were presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Alien, our business licenses remain the same as recommended by the City Manager, Councilman Hogue stated improvements could be made, the present system is unfair to the small businessmen and he favored further study by the City Manager for ways to improve our present tax system. Councilman Morgan stated this should be studied; there are some areas that should be brought into line. City Manager Hess called the Council's atten- tion to the survey (conducted by all cities of the County and compiled by the City of San Diego), which showed National City was following the majority practice relating to the various businesses. City Manager Hess asked if he were to pursue it, would it be from the standpoint of morality, that small businesses are overtaxed, or for the purpose of generating new revenue. Councilman Hogue asked that the motion be restated. Mayor Gautereaux stated the motion was to adopt the recommendation of the City Manager the existing method by which we are collecting licenses be continued. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager be instructed to further research into this in both areas of ;whether people ar€Ypa.ying a fair amount and whether or not there is discrimination against sall or big business. Vice Mayor Allen stated National City real estate salez'nen have to pay $15.00 a year; most other cities in San Diego County Cc.aroe $10.00 and some places $1.00. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY CI RK MINOGUE reported sealed bids for the 1911 Act Improvement of 16th Street and Lanoitan Avenue were opened in her office after 3:00 p.m.yesterday; seven bids were received as follows: Daley Corporation $171,029.89; V. R. Dennis Construction Company $130,331.97; Ferry Bros. Construction Company $145,386.35; Kenneth H. Golden Company $136,172.30; Griffith Company $143,691.40; Sim J. Harris Company $121,622.90; R. E. Hazard Contracting Company $118,465.12. City Manager Hess recommended the matter be laid over for a. week. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. THE MINUTES OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION meeting of May 19th were -presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. AN APPLICATION FOR PERSON TO PERSON TRANSFER OF OFF -SALE GENERAL alcoholic beverage license by Blanche E. Houk, Roy L. Morton, Dix K. Brow, Isabella B. and Robert Pattison, dba Len's Liquor, 740 National Avenue, was presented. 5/25/65 114 Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the application be filed. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Nogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. CITY MANAGER HESS requested Councilman Colburn, Chairman, Finance Committee, call a meeting for 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 4th, for review of the preliminary budget and suggested pay raises. Councilman Colburn stated he would do so. CITY MANAGER MESS stated there is a need for certain analyses and tests to be conducted of the concrete and masonry work as well as that which will be applied to the steel reinforcement, etc. in the new Civic Center. The City Manager suggested the City contract with someone; a proposal of Advanced Tests and Inspections, Inc. includes the inspection of forms and steel placement, continuous inspection and sampling of concrete pours, sampling, curing and testing concrete, inspection of structural masonry, and sampling, curing and testing of masonry mortar and masonry grout. The City Manager suggested we accept the offer of Advanced Tests and Inspections, Inc. to do the work as outlined in their proposal for $3,808.00. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Councilman Colburn asked if this wouldn't come under the architect's specifications; why is it necessary to contract to guarantee the specifications. City Manager Hess stated when the contractor subs out, the architect has no pre -information as to who will supply the mixed concrete and the type cif aggregate that will be used and one of these testing laboratories should/utilized, the City officials inspect- ing this building are not experienced in this field. In answer to Councilman Morgan's question, City Manager Hess stated the architect talked to four firms; this is a competitive price and probably lower than the average being paid in San Diego County. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen,Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER HESS requested Council approval of a no -fee permit for the Colt League to operate a concession stand at El Toyon Park. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the no -fee permit be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER HESS reported the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Thomas Cosby, Jr. Post, requested a no -fee permit to sell poppies May 28th and 29th and suggested it be granted. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the no -fee permit be granted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen,Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of a communication from Chief of Police Cagle requesting Poundmaster Robert J. Dunne, who will resign effective June 4th be placed on the reserve list (which has been approved by the Civil Service Commission). The City Manager suggested Mr. Dunne be placed on the reserve list. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn,the request be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Gautereaux. Nays: Hogue, Morgan. CITY MANAGER HESS stated the National City Municipal Employees' Association requested the use of the Community Building on June 2, 1965, on a no -fee bas:',s, for a general business dinner meeting, and suggested it be granted. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the request be granted on a no -fee basis. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of the minutes of the South Bay Irrigation District's regular meeting of May 4th and their special meeting of May llth and suggested they be filed. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of a proposal from H. S. Houghton, Walter E. Fiedler, Inc., to acquire property (1.1 to 1.2 acres) at the SW corner of 24th Street and Wilson Avenue. The City Manager stated in consideration for this property they will install, at no expense to the City, a 24 inch storm drain designed to meet City standards, to run from the center line of 27th Street (southern terminus of the property recently sold to Mr. Fritz Nachant) where it intersects with the easterly line of Wilson Avenue; the terminal point will be in the Paradise Creek Channel at the northerly boundary of the property. City Manager Hess stated there will be approximately 830 lineal 5/25/65 115 feet of drainage and they will need an easement from the City to cross Wilson Avenue; upon completion, the system would be turned over to the City and the City would deed the property to their Company. The City Manager said immed- iately they acquire the property, they will begin construction of a restaurant building, approximate value $65,000.00. Councilman Morgan said this should have come through the Real Estate Committee. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, in favor of Mr. Houghtonts request. Moved by Colburn, the motion include the City Manager and City Attorney be authorized to enter escrow. Councilman Colburn requested the property be filled to a certain level or to street level be included in the escrow. Councilman Morgan stated we would get approximately $11,110.00 on this acre plus. City Manager Hess stated the drainage structure would cost the City $15,000.00; the City does not have the money in the Drainage Fund to do this right now. Councilman Morgan stated we will spend more money on this piece of land than we will get out of it. Councilman Colburn stated he would not like the citizens to think he was selling the land for $15,000.00 to erect a $65,000.00 building; this is not the case, this man is going to invest in improvements. Councilman Morgan said if Mr. Houghton would put in the street, the Council would be better off signing a deed to that land. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. CITY MANAGER HESS stated proposals were made to the City pursuant to ' advertising City owned property for sale and he requested Council guidance as to the disposition in this matter. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the matter be referred to the Planning Commission. Vice Mayor Allen stated most of the proposals are contingent on zoning. Councilman Colburn asked Vice Mayor Allen if this meant he was endorsing acceptance of these offers. Vice Mayor Alien answered no; but we should have guidance as to whether it should be zoned for this particular type of operation or something else. Councilman Colburn asked Vice Mayor Alien if the Planning Commission approved the requested zone variances or said the zones would be compatible to the proposed uses, etc., would he then favor the proposals. Vice Mayor Alien said he would. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. Councilman Colburn requested the City Manager notify those who submitted proposals the action taken by the Council. CITY CLERK MINOGUE reported receipt of several claims, which were referred to the City Attorney: Claim of personal injuries on behalf of a minor after 100 days, Timothy Ray Gard, a minor, by and through Esther Marie Sanders, guardian ad litem; Claim for damages for false arrest, malicious prosecution, assault and battery and defamation of character, claimant Ray Cecil Basler, Sr. vs City of National City; and claim of•Capital Lands Corporation and Edward M. Granz for damages. City Attorney Carstens recommended the Council deny each of these claims and the City Clerk so advise the claimants or their attorneys. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the City Attorney's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. D PECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN reported Karl Baruth, Planning Consultant, has hJ?n visiting National City monthly for at least two days, meeting with the 7.-'ing Commission; existing land uses, economics and employment statistics have been furnished by the Planning staff to the Consultant. The Director cf Planning stated Mr. Baruth will be in National City on June 14th to present the economic base study to the Planning Commission; he will have a draft of the preliminary sketch plan for discussion. Director of Planning Stockman stated they are progressing as outlined in the contract with the Federal Government, and invited Council members to attend the June 14th meeting. COUNCILMAN MORGAN asked City Manager Hess if there would be a preliminary budget before June 4th. The City Manager stated the purpose of the dis- cussion will be review of the preliminary budget. 5/25/65 116 MOVED BY.COLBURN, seconded by Hogue, the meeting be closed. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 10112 p.m. ATTEST: C ITY CLERIC CITY OF (NATI(NAL CITY, CALIFORNIA 5/25/65